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Michael Cohen learned that membership in Trump’s inner circle has a harsh cost | Sidney Blumenthal
Mike Johnson and other Republicans vying for Trump’s approval haven’t realized that they, too, will one day pay a price. When, in the early days, Donald Trump’s diehard fans failed to show up in front of 100 Centre Street at the Manhattan ...The Guardian - World -
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Supreme Court won't hear Maryland school district gender identity case
The U.S. Supreme Court declined on Monday to hear a bid backed by a conservative Christian legal group to challenge a Maryland school district’s policy against informing parents if their children identify as transgender or gender-nonconforming.NBC News - Top stories -
Penn State approves $700 million stadium upgrade as school hopes to host future College Football Playoff games
Beaver Stadium will undergo renovation and winterization effortsCBS Sports - Sports - College Football -
2 Liberal Groups to Spend $5 Million on State Supreme Court Races
The National Democratic Redistricting Committee and Planned Parenthood Votes are joining together to help their preferred candidates for 2024 as state-level party battles gain steam.The New York Times - Top stories -
Here's Why Hugging Face, a Startup, Is Giving Away $10 Million in Computer Power for AI Startups
As entire companies like Google pivotto embrace artificial intelligence, smaller AI companies risk losing access tothe kind of computer power that billions of dollarscan buy.Inc. - Business -
South Korean court rejects effort to block plan that would boost medical school admissions
A South Korean court has ruled in favor of the government’s contentious plan to drastically boost medical school admissionsABC News - Health - South Korea -
Yonhap news agency says Seoul court has ruled in favor of the government’s plan to boost medical school admissions
Yonhap news agency says Seoul court has ruled in favor of the government’s plan to boost medical school admissionsABC News - Health -
Trex, a maker of weatherproof decking, will invest $450 million to boost capacity and give the company a firm footing in the South, bucking forecasts for a decline in home-improvement spending.
Trex, a maker of weatherproof decking, will invest $450 million to boost capacity and give the company a firm footing in the South, bucking forecasts for a decline in home-improvement spending.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How to Use ‘Circle to Search’ on an Android Phone
There’s a new, AI-powered way to search on Android. All it takes is a swish of your finger.Wired - Tech -
Haberman: Costello reinforced ‘mobby’ behavior in Trump circles
New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman said Robert Costello’s behavior in former President Trump’s hush money case reinforced “mobby” behavior in the former president’s circles. Haberman joined a CNN panel Tuesday, where they discussed the ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Nvidia co-founder Curtis Priem made a gift of more than $75 million to Rensselaer Polytechnic to provide the Troy, N.Y., school with quantum-computing services, a first for a university campus anywhere in the world.
Nvidia co-founder Curtis Priem made a gift of more than $75 million to Rensselaer Polytechnic to provide the Troy, N.Y., school with quantum-computing services, a first for a university campus anywhere in the world.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How Twitch Streamers Could Shape the 2024 Elections
WIRED talked to political streamer Hasan Piker about Joe Biden, the youth vote, and his advocacy for Gaza.Wired - Tech -
Fury in better shape at weigh-in for Usyk fight
Tyson Fury dropped some weight and appeared to be in good shape at the weigh-in for his heavyweight fight with Oleksandr Usyk.ESPN - Sports -
Trump VP prospect Doug Burgum and GOP oil baron Harold Hamm are allies in business and politics
Doug Burgum, a potential choice to be former President Donald Trump's running mate, is closely tied to the oil and gas business.CNBC - Business - Donald Trump -
Every Exotic Weapon and Armor In Destiny 2: The Final Shape (So Far)
Destiny 2: The Final Shape is raising the stakes for the final chapter in the Light and Darkness Saga, but more importantly, it's also adding several new Exotic weapons and armor pieces to the game. Remember, if you're going to face down a ...GameSpot - Tech -
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SteelSeries Launches Destiny 2: The Final Shape Gaming Accessory Collection
SteelSeries and Bungie announced a new line of Destiny 2-themed SteelSeries gaming accessories to go along with Destiny 2's upcoming The Final Shape expansion. The new collab collection includes a special edition variant of the Arctis Nova 7 ...GameSpot - Tech -
The School-Choice Primary Runoffs in Texas
Gov. Abbott needs to turn a few more seats to beat the teachers union.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Johnson gives Schumer an ultimatum on Netanyahu
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) offered Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) an ultimatum this week: join his letter inviting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress, or the House will move ahead with an invitation on ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
Wordle, the daily obsession of millions
The New York Times' five-letter word puzzle has become a daily ritual, and was played a staggering 4.8 billion times last year.CBS News - Top stories -
Students missing school can have a snowball effect
The number of students missing at least 18 days a year has nearly doubled since 2018, sounding an alarm among educators.The Hill - Politics -
Crow Country Review - Old School Horror
Crow Country is coated in a murky green veneer that gives the impression you're playing it on a grainy CRT TV in one of your friend's bedrooms back in 1996. The polygonal figure of its protagonist, Special Agent Mara Forest, with her visible ...GameSpot - Tech -
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'It felt like children were droids at toxic school'
Teachers speak out anonymously about standards enforced by a trust at four of its secondary schools.BBC News - Top stories -
How Free School Meals Went Mainstream
Over the past decade, many more schools started to offer free meals to all children, regardless of family income.The New York Times - Top stories -
Gaelic schools thrive while native language declines
While Gaelic schools become more popular the census indicates the number of native speakers is falling.BBC News - Top stories -
6 Best Nanoleaf Smart Lights (2024): Shapes, 4D Kit, and Installation Tips
Nanoleaf has some of the coolest smart lighting panels around. Here’s how to choose the right one for your home.Wired - Tech -
My wife and I used to love sex – but now I’m out of shape and she has painful knees
We’re both losing interest in sex as it’s not as satisfying as it used to be. How do we make it fun again?. Sign up for Well Actually, a free weekly newsletter about health and wellnessMy wife and I have enjoyed an active, healthy sex life for ...The Guardian - World -
Matt Gaetz and Other Republicans Flock to Trump’s Trial
On Thursday, an entourage of about 20 accompanied the former president to court. Among them were many lawmakers.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Leading Republican Lawmaker Chastises Biden in Israel's Parliament
Elise Stefanik, a potential vice-presidential candidate, called for unconditional U.S. support for Israel in its war in Gaza.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
Senior Republican criticizes Biden in speech to Israeli parliament
Stefanik is seen as a candidate to be Donald Trump’s running mate.ABC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Democratic group targets Republicans over IVF in Arizona
A Democratic super PAC is targeting Republicans over the issue of in vitro fertilization (IVF) in the battleground state of Arizona as Democrats ramp up their attacks on reproductive access ahead of the 2024 election. Progress Action Fund, which ...The Hill - Politics - Republican Party -
Republican lawmakers blast ICC over Netanyahu warrant
Some progressives in Congress applauded the court’s announcement it was seeking an arrest warrant for the Israeli leader.Politico - Politics - Israel -
Senate Republicans introduce bill to protect IVF access
A Democratic-led effort to safeguard access to IVF failed earlier this year in the Senate.CBS News - Politics - Republican Party -
NC Republican to undergo surgery for tumor near brain
Rep. Greg Murphy (R-N.C.) will undergo surgery to remove a tumor near his brain, the lawmaker announced Tuesday. Murphy, 61, said following a series of tests and scans, he was diagnosed with a pituitary macroadenoma, or a tumor at the base of his ...The Hill - Politics -
Russia gives British diplomat a week to leave
The expulsion of Capt Adrian Coghill comes after his counterpart was removed from Britain last week.BBC News - Top stories - Russia -
Wembley cup final gives women's game incentive
Holders St Helens, York, Leeds and Wigan all have eyes on the Challenge Cup final, and the prospect of gracing Wembley.BBC News - Top stories -
Attacked Navalny ally will 'never give up' fight
Leonid Volkov says his fight against Vladimir Putin will never end, speaking after a hammer attack outside his home.BBC News - Top stories -